As someone who isn’t currently employed, could you offer some guidance on the steps I should take now to qualify for a loan through a private lender?

Current strategy is keeping payments low and cash flow high.

I’m curious if I’m missing anything to my list so far I have (per zip code) also I currently invest in the Lansing area.Projects in the next 10 years (expected start and end date) Average household income Crime score Average home price Population growth past 10 yearsWho are the major employers And vacancy rate Job growth Tenet demographics& government and taxesAs Drew said, this is overkill...and you're missing a few things as well. 

To prevent low values in the refinance process, we are able to get your preferred appraiser signed up to our AMC panel.

Rentals can be a perfect complement to self-employment income because they generate deductions and long-term wealth in ways that offset what you’re already earning.A few tax points to keep in mind as you start:- Rental income is generally considered passive, which means you’re not hit with self-employment tax the way you are on your 1099 income.

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I’ve noticed increased interest in Indianapolis multi-family properties over the last year, especially in areas close to downtown and near major employers.

-------This week, we’re talkin’ more shenanigans with our government employment data, a spotlight on construction workers, and the coiled spring that is the housing market.Let’s get into it.

Definitely dive into the Syndication and Landlording forums here, lots of free, battle-tested advice from people who’ve walked that exact path.How’s your OKC market knowledge so far: neighborhoods, employer base, rent-to-income ratios, and supply pipeline? 

Florida has low property taxes, a diverse and growing economy.